Shri Krishna Pushya Abhisheka
ISKCONAlso known as: Pushya Abhisheka
Shri Krishna Pushya Abhisheka
About Shri Krishna Pushya Abhisheka
Shri Krishna Pushya Abhisheka is the ceremonial bathing of Lord Krishna's Deity during the Pushya nakshatra in the month of Pausha.
Pushya is considered the most auspicious nakshatra in Vedic astrology, and performing abhishekam during this time is believed to bestow immense spiritual merit.
In ISKCON, the Pushya Abhisheka is one of the most elaborate and grand abhishekam ceremonies of the year.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day is observed with the grand abhishekam ceremony, chanting the Holy Names, and distribution of Mahaprasadam.
- Observe fasting or simple eating on this auspicious day.
- Participate in the abhishekam ceremony, pouring sacred substances over the Deity.
- Chant the Hare Krishna Mahamantra throughout the ceremony.
- Honour the Mahaprasadam distributed after the abhishekam.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Pushya is considered the most auspicious nakshatra for performing spiritual ceremonies and abhishekam.
Sacred substances include Ganges water, milk, curd, ghee, honey, sugar water, fruit juices, and sandalwood paste.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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